Executive Director, Banyan Software Foundation & Head of Impact

Banyan Software provides the best permanent home for successful enterprise software companies their employees and customers. We are on a mission to acquire build and grow great enterprise software businesses all over the world that have dominant positions in niche vertical recent years Banyan was named the #1 fastest-growing private software company in the US on the Inc. 5000 and amongst the top 10 fastest-growing companies by the Deloitte Technology Fast 500. Founded in 2016 with a permanent capital base setup to preserve the legacy of founders Banyan focuses on a buy and hold for life strategy for growing software companies that serve specialized vertical markets.

Banyan Software is seeking a purpose-driven leader to serve a dual role: Head of Impact for Banyan Software and Executive Director of the Banyan Software with a $100M USD stock commitment the Foundation will become one of Banyans largest shareholders and a cornerstone of its purpose-driven culture. Its focus areas include equal access to education upskilling for the future of work and technologies advancing environmental to the Chief Operating Officer and the Foundations Board of Directors this leader will be jointly supported by the Foundation (for philanthropic activities) and Banyan (for employee impact initiatives outside the Foundations charitable scope).

This role blends strategy and storytelling building the Foundations governance and programs while embedding its mission across Banyan. The Executive Director will turn strategy into visible measurable impact that inspires employees and strengthens Banyans culture of enduring ideal candidate is a seasoned social impact practitioner with experience scaling and governing philanthropic foundations. They understand how purpose fuels culture and will partner closely with Banyans communications and engagement teams to make the Foundation a living expression of Banyans values.

Key Responsibilities

Foundation Leadership & Governance

• Establish the mission vision and governance of the Banyan Software Foundation.
• Develop and execute a strategic plan and operating model that ensure lasting impact accountability and sustainability.
• Lead the design of annual granting budget and reporting frameworks.
• Oversee compliance financial management and operational processes.

Engagement & Storytelling

• Build programs that bring the Foundations mission to life across Banyan.
• Partner with Banyans Employee Communications & Engagement Manager to co-design internal communications campaigns and events that drive awareness and connection.
• Develop a storytelling strategy that captures the tangible human impact of Banyans grants including capturing stories from grantees as well as sending employees into the field to witness document and share stories.
• Create opportunities for employees to contribute time skills and voices to the Foundations mission.

Operational Excellence

• Develop a small high-performing team and vendor network that supports operational efficiency and creative storytelling.
• Measure and communicate impact regularly to both internal and external audiences.
• Steward resources responsibly and transparently to ensure lasting impact.

External Relations & Visibility

• Serve as the face of the Foundation to partners grantees and the community.
• Lead PR and content strategies that elevate the Foundation and Banyans purpose-driven reputation.
• Build partnerships with aligned organizations to expand reach and credibility.

Corporate Impact & Culture

• Lead Banyans broader impact strategy aligning purpose sustainability and social good with business success.
• Build opportunities for volunteering skills-based giving and local engagement.
• Measure and communicate internal impact metrics that reinforce Banyans purpose-driven culture.

Desired skills and qualifications

• 10 years of leadership in corporate social impact philanthropy or purpose-driven organizations.
• Proven ability to build and scale initiatives with strong governance and measurable outcomes.
• Strategic outcomes-oriented approach to philanthropy with investment discipline.
• Experience managing budgets and working with boards and executives.
• Strong communication storytelling and engagement skills.
• Entrepreneurial collaborative and passionate about making social impact tangible.
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative mindset with a passion for making social impact feel real and tangible.
• Bachelors or Masters degree in business human resources finance or related field.

The expected base salary for this position is: CAD $140000 - $170000 and includes annual bonus and equity (when applicable). Salary is based on a number of factors including market conditions location and may vary depending on job-related skills and experience.

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